heat release

[hiːt rɪˈliːs]
nounpl: heat releases
liberação de calor
1. The process or amount of thermal energy discharged or emitted from a substance, system, or reaction
The heat release from the combustion reaction was measured at 500 kilocalories per mole.
A liberação de calor da reação de combustão foi medida em 500 quilocalorias por mol.
2. In thermodynamics and chemistry, the transfer of thermal energy from an exothermic process
The controlled heat release in the engine prevents overheating.
A liberação controlada de calor no motor previne o superaquecimento.
3. The emission of heat or thermal radiation from a source into the environment
Heat release from industrial processes must comply with environmental regulations.
A liberação de calor dos processos industriais deve estar em conformidade com as regulamentações ambientais.
This is primarily a technical and scientific term used in engineering, chemistry, and physics contexts. In Brazil, it is commonly encountered in academic, industrial, and environmental discussions, particularly regarding combustion engines, chemical processes, and renewable energy. The term reflects the importance of thermal management in modern industrial and technological applications.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
heat emissionthermal releaseheat dischargeheat outputthermal energy release
Antonyms / Antônimos
heat absorptionheat uptakeheat retention

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
liberação de calor
Standard term used in scientific and technical contexts
São Paulo
liberação térmica
Alternative technical term, commonly used in engineering contexts
Portugal
libertação de calor
Uses 'libertação' instead of 'liberação' following European Portuguese conventions
General Technical
emissão de calor
Alternative term emphasizing emission aspect

Related Words

exothermicthermodynamicscombustionthermal energycalorimetryheat transfer

Related Idioms & Phrases

heat release rate
instantaneous heat release
apparent heat release
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